Arthur Conan Doyle, A Life

abridged

Conan Doyle (1859–1930) will always be remembered for the character of Sherlock Holmes, but he was a prolific writer – of short stories, of science fiction and historical fiction – including The Exploits of Brigadier Gerard. In his comprehensive biography, Pearson considers how his life is reflected in his books – including his background as a doctor and his enduring (and public) belief in spiritualism.

Tim Pigott-Smith

Tim Pigott-Smith’s busy acting career covered stage, TV and film, and extensive work on radio and audiobook. His films varied from Remains of the Day and The Hunchback of Notre Dame to Escape to Victory and The Four Feathers. He spent many seasons with the RSC and the National Theatre, with plays including Shakespeare, Amadeus, The Iceman Cometh and Major Barbara. Fame is the Spur, Jewel in the Crown and Kavanagh QC appear among his TV credits. He read A Life of Conan Doyle, They Saw it Happen and Jung for Naxos AudioBooks.